The Master in Digital Design focuses on developing creative skills combined with current media technologies. Students engage in project work that encourages creativity and experimentation, leading to the creation of professional portfolios. Graduates find career opportunities in various fields of the creative industry, including media programming and visual design.
Courses cover a range of topics including media technologies, design principles, and creative project development. A key focus is on building a professional portfolio and participating in workshops.
The program is structured over four semesters, with a central master class component facilitating intensive project work and collaboration. Students undertake a thesis project that aligns with their specialization.
Graduates acquire competencies in creative design, technical media production, and project management, equipping them for diverse roles in the media and creative sectors.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2026/27
€363 / semester
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
ÖH-Beitrag: € 25,20, Studiengebühren: € 363,36 / Semester
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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